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William Shatner Appreciation Society
| Fan Club | |
|---|---|
| Name: | William Shatner Appreciation Society |
| Dates: | October 1972- |
| Founder(s): | Sue Clejan, then Sue Kotar |
| Leadership: | |
| Country based in: | |
| Focus: | William Shatner & Star Trek |
| External Links: | |
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William Shatner Appreciation Society was a fan club.
In 1971, the president was Sue Clejan.
In 1973, the president was Sue Kotar, the vice-president was Cheryl Etchison, the treasurer was Joan Gessler, and the co-vice-president was Merrie Gail Taylor.
From a 1974 flyer:
The William Shatner Appreciation Society was established to honor William Shatner, and is the only authorized club for him. The W.S.A.S. is an international organization, and the only club through which official information is released. The purpose of the club is to unite people who like Mr. Shatner, and keep them up to date on what he is doing now, as well as what he has done in the past.
Publications
- a newsletter called William Shatner Appreciation Society Newsletter
- a parody: Unofficial Star Trek Catalog
- a book of poetry? (mentioned in Deck 6 #15)
Shatner Con/William Shatner Film Festival
There was lots about the planning of the "William Shatner Film Festival," later named Shatner Con in the club's newsletter. It is unknown if this con actually took place.